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Welcome to IDES |
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IDES
is your direct link to Illinois workforce services: job
placement and referrals, unemployment insurance, employment
and training programs, career and labor market information,
payroll tax filing, and
more!
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HOW DO I?
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Online Services |
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Apply for Unemployment Insurance Online
Fast, easy, and no lines. Illinois now offers improved and expanded internet
filing for most unemployment claims. >> Start
your application
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Claim Weeks of Benefits (Certify)
There are two ways to claim your benefit weeks (certify) by phone using the Tele-serve system or online. Both methods are safe and convenient. For more information on claiming benefit weeks, click here.
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Electronic Benefit Payment Options
Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits are automatically paid through a
debit card, unless you elect to receive payment by direct deposit to a
checking or savings account. For more information on these electronic
payment options click here.
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Career and Labor Market Information
Access reliable state and local information on the economy and workforce, including labor market statistics and career resources, through the One Source portal page. For a list of Illinois’ “Best Bet” occupations - those with
the most job openings each year, visit Learn More Earn More. |
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Illinois workNet
In addition to IDES employment resources such as
www.illinoisskillsmatch.com, find job listings, job training information and help with creating resumes on Illinois workNet. |
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News & Announcements
Find the latest information on state benefits and services for the
unemployed, including information on stimulus payments, extended
benefits, today’s
unemployment rates, press releases,
and more. |
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